Discover what the locals know: We came for the winter but stayed for the summer. You'll want to spend the long days outdoors with the amazing summer climate. Whether your idea of fun is being active outdoors or relaxing by the pool with a good book, the choices are plentiful.
Here are some of the local's favorite things to do in the summertime in the Vail Valley:
-
Hiking | Biking
-
Tennis | Pickleball | Golf
-
Festivals | Wine tasting
-
Ziplining | Ballooning
-
Rafting | Kayaking | Fishing
-
Horseback riding
-
And so much more!
2026 Hotel Accommodations
The Hythe Vail
715 West Lionshead Circle
Vail, CO 81657
A limited number of The Hythe Vail hotel rooms have been reserved at the special $??? conference rates for the Practical Symposium. These rooms are only available to registered attendees on a first-come basis. The special rate ends when the room block sells out.
The Hythe at Vail | Reservation Link (coming soon)
Note: The lecture room, exhibit hall, meals, and social events are all held within The Hythe Vail.
Other Lodging Options: There are numerous hotels, VRBOs and AirBNBs in the Lionhead and Vail Villages.
Ground Transportation
Epic Mountain Express
To & From Airport / Hotel (Reservation Required)
1-800-525-6363 | Epic Mountain Express Website
Airport Options
Denver International Airport - DEN
Denver, CO
(~2 hour drive to hotel)
Eagle County Airport - EGE
Gypsum, CO
(~30 minute drive to hotel)